What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Specialist position at Heard County High School?
Requirements:
1. Educational Level: Master Degree required
2. Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Library Media Specialist Certification
3. Experience: None
4. Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies; basic technology; leadership
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Duties:
1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
2. Provides leadership and plans collaboratively for the use of information resources and needs.
3. Administers and maintains a center and program that foster a positive learning environment.
4. Selects and orders resources consistent with system policies and school curriculum needs.
5. Ensures effective organization and accessibility of the center and resources.
6. Develops and provides instructional opportunities with information technologies for staff and students.
7. Plans collaboratively with teachers to integrate literature, resources and information literacy skills into the curriculum.
8. Collaborates with teachers and students in materials production.
9. Evaluates and revises policies, procedures and services of the program on a continuous basis to determine strength and weaknesses.
10. Seeks opportunities for professional growth.
11. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
12. Manages student chromebook assignments and repairs.
13. Assists teachers with technology and provides professional learning as needed.
